RESKIT RS48-0486 SUU-23 20mm gun pod (close gun bay) for British Phantom (RAF & RN) (1 pcs) (3D Printed) 1/48 is a top-quality, precisely made scale accessory kit dedicated to advanced modelers and military aviation enthusiasts. This set was developed by the renowned RES/KIT company for the British F-4 Phantom fighter, used by the Royal Air Force (RAF) and Royal Navy (RN) in the second half of the 20th century.

Product Features

• Scale: 1/48 – perfectly fits F-4 Phantom models in this scale.
• User country: United Kingdom (RAF and RN).
• Service period: The F-4 Phantom with SUU-23 pod was used during the Cold War – from the late 1960s to the early 1990s.
• Material: 3D printed model made of high-quality photopolymer resin. The set does not include metal parts; however, the level of detail is significantly higher than in typical plastic models.
• Set contents: One 3D-printed SUU-23 20mm pod – close gun bay version, designed as a complete replica of the real pod with internal gun bay closure.
• Category: Resin model made with 3D printing technology, intended as an accessory for plastic scale models.
• Historical context: The SUU-23 pod was used by the F-4 Phantom, one of the most important British fighter aircraft of its era. The F-4 served in the air defense of Great Britain as well as RAF and RN maritime operations.
• Application: The SUU-23 model highlights the authenticity of the Phantom replica; this pod was mounted on aircraft without built-in gun armament and is a characteristic piece of equipment for recreating Cold War-era machines.

Recommendation for Modelers

RESKIT RS48-0486 is the perfect choice for intermediate and advanced modelers who expect an exceptional level of detail and authenticity in their projects. This accessory is recommended both for British aviation enthusiasts and collectors of Cold War machines. The model offers an assembly difficulty level of 3/5.

RES/KIT products guarantee the highest quality of detail and fit with popular F-4 Phantom 1/48 models. Recommended for anyone wishing to enhance their model with a fully realistic and true-to-original weapon element.